This medication feels like it’s making me crazy. I haven’t felt right since taking it twice day. I’m exhausted I don’t sleep at night I’m very shaky I feel like I can’t breath and lots of other side effects. And my eyes are worse does anyone else feel like this?
Lamotrigine side effects - does anyone feel like this?
Question posted by GatorBoy020169 on 22 May 2025
Last updated on 22 May 2025 (4 weeks ago) by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
22 May 2025
Hey, Gatorboy!
Sounds like you have a little of everything. I'm sorry you're feeling so poorly. How long have you been taking the medication and at what dosage?
"Common side effects of lamotrigine MAY POTENTIALLY include:
headache, dizziness;
blurred vision, double vision;
tremor, loss of coordination;
dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea;
fever, sore throat, runny nose;
drowsiness, tired feeling;
back pain; or
sleep problems (insomnia).
Side effects generally resolve within a couple of weeks so if it's been longer you should report it.
You definitely need to talk to your doctor and get their professional advice.
Regards, Wildcat
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